One of the biggest shocks of the 2012-13 NBA season was the Oklahoma City Thunder’s trade of James Harden to the Houston Rockets for Kevin Martin. Another has been just how well Martin has adjusted to his role as Harden’s replacement for the Thunder.
There is always anxiety and apprehension when a team jettisons an established star, and this situation was no exception. However, that unease has been partially remedied thanks to Martin’s play.
The key to Martin’s success in his sixth man role this season has been based on both similarities and differences he shares with Harden. While both share the trait of offensive efficiency, they differ in how they play the game and how they each fit on this Thunder team alongside Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook.
Offensive Efficiency
The biggest way Kevin Martin has been able to fill the shoes of James Harden as the Thunder’s sixth man is by being efficient on the offensive end.
During his time in Oklahoma City, Harden was the almost-perfect picture of the efficient offensive surge every team needed coming off its bench. That was esp ...
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How Kevin Martin Has Replaced James Harden as Oklahoma City Thunder’s 6th Man
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